Senior Advocate

Core Duties and Responsibilities

Client Representation: Representing clients in various legal proceedings, including court hearings, trials, and administrative proceedings.

Legal Counsel: Advising clients on their legal rights, obligations, and potential outcomes of their cases.

Document Preparation: Drafting, reviewing, and organizing legal documents such as pleadings, motions, contracts, briefs, and legal correspondence.

Research and Analysis: Conducting extensive legal research to identify relevant laws, judicial decisions (case law), regulations, and procedures to support cases.

Case Management: Managing case files, evidence gathering (investigations), maintaining organized documentation, and keeping clients informed about case progress.

Negotiation: Negotiating settlements, deals, and transactions on behalf of clients.

Ethical Conduct: Upholding the dignity and decorum of the court and adhering to the professional code of ethics and standards established by regulatory bodies like the Bar Council of India.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Education: A Bachelor's degree in law or a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited institution is typically required.

Licensing: An active license to practice law from the relevant bar association or council in the specific jurisdiction.

Experience: The required experience level varies; junior roles may require 1-2 years of internship/practice, while senior roles demand several years of proven experience.

Skills: Excellent communication (written and verbal), analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills are essential.

Knowledge: Familiarity with legal research tools and databases (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis) and case management software.

Specializations

Advocates often specialize in specific areas of law, such as:

Corporate law

Criminal law

Family law

Intellectual property law

Real estate law

Regulatory and compliance issues

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹300,000.00 - ₹400,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person